Shopping

Beyond the typical museum gift shops on the Mall, smaller one-of-a-kind shops, designer boutiques, and interesting specialty collections add to Washington’s shopping scene alongside stores that have been part of the landscape for generations. Weekdays, Downtown street vendors add to the mix by offering funky jewelry; brightly patterned ties; buyer-beware watches; sunglasses; and African-inspired clothing, accessories, and art. Discerning shoppers will find satisfaction at upscale malls on the city's outskirts. Not surprisingly, T-shirts and Capital City souvenirs are in plentiful supply. Stores that cater to Downtown office workers may close on weekends, while stores in Georgetown, Adams Morgan, and the U Street Corridor may stay open late.